Breast Augmentation in Nashville, TN
Implants or fat transfer that add volume and projection, planned around your frame and the look you are after.
What is breast augmentation?
Breast augmentation is a cosmetic breast surgery that increases or restores breast volume using silicone or saline implants, and in some cases fat transfer or a breast lift. At Nixon Plastic Surgery in Nashville, TN, Dr. Nixon customizes each breast augmentation based on anatomy, tissue quality, chest wall shape, lifestyle, and aesthetic goals so the final result looks balanced instead of overly operated.
For many patients, the goal is not simply to be larger. The goal is better proportion, improved upper-pole fullness, better symmetry, a more flattering clothing fit, and a breast shape that feels natural to the patient’s frame. Browse all breast procedures to see how augmentation compares to other options.
Nashville breast augmentation with a natural, anatomy-first approach.
Breast augmentation is one of the most personal procedures in plastic surgery. Every patient brings a different body type, different starting point, and different definition of what looks beautiful. Dr. Nixon performs breast augmentation in Nashville for patients who want fuller, more proportionate breasts without losing the natural shape and movement that make the result feel like their own.
At Nixon Plastic Surgery, augmentation is planned around your anatomy first. That means implant type, implant size, placement, incision location, and recovery expectations are chosen after evaluating your chest wall, existing breast tissue, skin elasticity, nipple position, lifestyle, and long-term goals. This approach helps avoid the generic, one-size-fits-all look that can happen when implant selection is based on cup size alone.
If you are considering breast surgery in Nashville, your consultation includes an in-depth conversation with Dr. Nixon, physical measurements, implant sizing, and 3D imaging when appropriate so you can better understand how different options may look before making a surgical decision.
Why do patients choose breast augmentation?
Patients choose breast augmentation for deeply personal reasons. Some want to restore breast volume that changed after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. Others have always felt their breasts were small for their frame and want a more balanced silhouette. Some patients want better symmetry, improved cleavage, or a shape that makes clothing, swimwear, and evening wear fit more comfortably.
At Nixon Plastic Surgery, the goal is not to push a specific look. Dr. Nixon’s approach is to understand the version of yourself you are trying to see in the mirror, then build a plan that supports that result with surgical precision and restraint. For patients whose primary concern is sagging rather than volume, a breast lift may be the better starting point, and the two can be combined when both are needed.
Breast augmentation can help create proportion between the bust, waist, and hips, but the best results still look like they belong to the patient. That balance between enhancement and authenticity is central to Dr. Nixon’s augmentation results.
Common concerns breast augmentation can address.
Breast augmentation in Nashville is commonly performed for patients who want to improve:
- –Loss of volume after pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss. Restore the fullness and upper-pole shape that often changes after major life events.
- –Naturally smaller breast size. Create proportion for patients whose breast size feels mismatched with their body frame.
- –Breast asymmetry. Improve uneven breast size, shape, or projection that affects clothing fit and confidence.
- –Low upper-pole fullness. Add controlled fullness to the upper breast while preserving a natural slope.
- –Changes after prior breast surgery. Refine size, shape, or implant position when a previous result no longer fits your goals. See breast revision or augmentation with lift.
Benefits of breast augmentation.
When planned correctly, breast augmentation can improve both body proportion and patient confidence.
What happens during a breast augmentation consultation?
Your breast augmentation consultation is designed to answer the two most important questions: what result do you want, and what approach can safely achieve it for your anatomy? Dr. Nixon will spend time understanding your goals, your concerns, and the type of result you want to avoid.
- –Goal review. Discuss desired size, shape, cleavage, upper-pole fullness, lifestyle, and aesthetic preferences.
- –Anatomical evaluation. Review breast base width, tissue coverage, skin elasticity, nipple position, and chest wall structure.
- –Implant education. Compare silicone, saline, implant profiles, projection, volume, and placement options.
- –3D imaging and sizing. Preview possible outcomes and physically compare sizing options before choosing.
- –Transparent pricing. Receive a complete estimate that includes the surgeon, facility, anesthesia, implants, and follow-up care.
What patients say.
“I can’t say enough about how caring and compassionate Dr Nixon the plastic surgeon is. He took the time to listen, never rushed, and made sure he felt completely comfortable every step of the way.”
“I cannot express enough gratitude for the incredible experience I had with Dr. Kaleshadi, Dr. Nixon, and the entire team. From my initial consultation to my final follow-up, they provided exceptional care…”
“I cannot express enough how phenomenal my experience was. I was so nervous about getting this surgery and the entire team made me feel so comfortable every step of the way…”
How is breast augmentation performed?
Breast augmentation is typically performed under anesthesia in an accredited surgical setting. Dr. Nixon creates an incision, forms a precise implant pocket, places the selected implant, checks symmetry and position, and closes the incision with careful attention to scar placement and tissue support.
Your surgical plan may include several technical decisions:
- –Implant type. Silicone gel or saline implants may be recommended depending on your desired feel, shape, and anatomy.
- –Implant profile and size. Low, moderate, moderate-plus, or high-profile implants can create different widths and projection.
- –Implant placement. Placement may be above the muscle, partially behind the muscle, or fully behind the pectoralis depending on tissue coverage and goals.
- –Incision approach. Common options include inframammary, periareolar, or transaxillary incisions. Dr. Nixon will explain which incision best fits your anatomy.
- –Combined procedures. A breast lift or augmentation with lift may be recommended if sagging or nipple descent is present.
Plastic surgery training with reconstructive depth and cosmetic refinement.
Dr. Nixon’s plastic surgery background includes reconstructive training, where outcomes depend on precise tissue handling, blood supply preservation, and respect for anatomy. That foundation shapes how he approaches every aesthetic breast procedure, including breast lift, revision, and augmentation.
His Aesthetic Society endorsed aesthetic surgery fellowship in Newport Beach, California added cosmetic refinement to that reconstructive foundation. For Nashville breast augmentation patients, that means the procedure is planned as both serious surgery and aesthetic design.
Patients often choose Dr. Nixon because they want a surgeon who understands subtlety, proportion, and safety. The aim is a result that looks intentional, polished, and natural to the patient’s body. See recent augmentation results for examples.
Breast augmentation recovery timeline.
Recovery varies by patient, but most Nashville breast augmentation patients follow a general timeline like this:
Breast implant safety and surgical standards.
At Nixon Plastic Surgery, safety comes before size, speed, or trend-based decision making. Breast augmentation is real surgery, and the best outcomes come from careful planning, clean technique, appropriate implant selection, and structured follow-up.
- –Accredited surgical environment. Procedures are performed in a surgical setting designed for patient safety and proper monitoring.
- –Physician-led anesthesia care. Anesthesia planning and monitoring are treated as a core part of surgical safety.
- –FDA-approved implants. Implants are selected from established manufacturers with traceability and warranty information.
- –Infection-conscious technique. Dr. Nixon uses careful implant handling and surgical protocols intended to reduce infection and capsular contracture risk.
- –Structured follow-up. Post-op visits help monitor healing, incision quality, implant position, and long-term outcomes.
Breast augmentation FAQs.
How much does breast augmentation cost in Nashville?
The cost of breast augmentation in Nashville varies based on implant type, surgical complexity, anesthesia, facility fees, and whether a breast lift or revision is performed at the same time. After your consultation, Dr. Nixon will provide a complete estimate that includes the surgeon, operating facility, anesthesia, implants, and follow-up care.
What is the difference between breast augmentation and breast implants?
Breast augmentation is the surgical procedure used to increase or restore breast volume. Breast implants are the medical devices commonly used during that procedure. Augmentation may also involve fat transfer or be combined with a breast lift depending on the patient’s needs.
Do I need breast augmentation, a breast lift, or both?
Breast augmentation adds volume. A breast lift addresses sagging, low nipple position, and loose skin. If you want more fullness and also have drooping, Dr. Nixon may recommend augmentation with lift to improve both size and position.
Will breast implants look natural?
Breast implants can look natural when the implant size, profile, and placement match the patient’s anatomy. Dr. Nixon focuses on proportion, tissue coverage, and implant position to create results that look full but still believable. See recent results.
How long do breast implants last?
Breast implants are not considered lifetime devices, but many patients keep their implants for 10 to 20 years or longer. Replacement is usually based on changes in preference, body changes, implant rupture, capsular contracture, or other medical concerns rather than a fixed expiration date. See breast revision if you have existing implants.
Can I breastfeed after breast augmentation?
Many patients can breastfeed after breast augmentation, especially when surgical planning protects the milk ducts and nipple sensation. If future breastfeeding is important to you, discuss it during your consultation so Dr. Nixon can factor that goal into your incision and implant plan.
How long is recovery after breast augmentation?
Many patients return to desk work within five to seven days. Light cardio may resume around two to three weeks if cleared, and full workouts are often resumed around four to six weeks. Final shape typically continues to settle over several months.
What size breast implants should I choose?
The best breast implant size depends on your breast base width, tissue coverage, chest wall shape, shoulder and hip proportions, and desired outcome. Dr. Nixon uses measurements, sizing, and imaging to help you choose an implant that fits your anatomy instead of chasing a cup size.
Is breast augmentation painful?
Most patients describe the early recovery as pressure, tightness, and soreness rather than sharp pain. Discomfort is typically most noticeable during the first few days and improves steadily with prescribed medication, rest, and activity restrictions.
Where is the incision for breast augmentation?
Common incision options include the inframammary fold under the breast, around the areola, or through the underarm. Dr. Nixon will recommend the incision that best supports your implant choice, anatomy, scar priorities, and long-term result.
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